wui4 naam4回南
Jyutpingwui4 naam4
Yalewùih nàahm
Definition
The extremely humid and warm spring weather phenomenon in southern China.
colloquialweather
How it's used
Refers specifically to the phenomenon where cold surfaces suddenly meet warm, moisture-laden air, causing condensation. It is common to add 天 at the end to refer to the period as a whole, creating the compound 回南天. This weather is notorious for making laundry impossible to dry indoors without a dehumidifier.
Examples
It is humid due to the return of southern winds lately, the walls are all damp.
The floors are very slippery during this humid weather, be careful when walking.
Related words
Common phrases
the humid weather period
very severe humid weather
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general rain or storms. It is a specific meteorological condition characterized by condensation on indoor surfaces, not just precipitation.
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